August weather forecastRadford, AL
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Radford, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 72°F (22.2°C) and an average high of 91.4°F (33°C).Temperature
Radford's average high-temperature in August is a still tropical 91.4°F (33°C), indicating a subtle variation from July. The average low-temperature of 72°F (22.2°C) is witnessed during August.Heat index
For August, the heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 113°F (45°C). Be prepared: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Continued activity may lead to heatstroke.Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 19.9 days. Throughout August, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.4 rainfall days, and 36.93" (938mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
March through October are months without snowfall in Radford.Daylight
In Radford, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 19min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.3h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Radford, AL
- Average high temperature in August: 91.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 72°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Radford, AL
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Radford, AL
- Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Radford, AL
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in August
Radford, AL
- Average rainfall in August: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in August
Radford, AL
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Radford, AL
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Radford, AL
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Radford, AL
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Radford, AL
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Radford, AL
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Radford, AL
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Radford, AL
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
